Chris Hemsworth’s Awkward Oscars Selfie with Billie Eilish: “We Will Never Be Friends”

Introduction

The Oscars are always full of star-studded moments, but for Chris Hemsworth, the 2024 event came with a slightly awkward one. The Avengers: Doomsday star recently shared a story about how he regretted taking a selfie with Billie Eilish at the Academy Awards. Speaking on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on March 26, Hemsworth admitted that snapping the photo made him feel more like a fan than a fellow celebrity—and it’s something he instantly regretted.

The Moment Hemsworth Knew It Was a Mistake

During his chat with Colbert, Hemsworth recalled the moment he took the now-infamous selfie with Billie Eilish. “I got a photograph with Billie Eilish at the Oscars,” he said. “I remember thinking, Ah, don't do it, don't do it.”

Despite his hesitation, he went ahead with the selfie—but for a special reason. Hemsworth revealed that he wasn’t necessarily a huge fan himself, but his kids absolutely love Billie Eilish.

“I was like, No, my kids are going to love this,” he explained. Hemsworth and his wife, Elsa Pataky, share three children: India, 12, and twin boys, Sasha and Tristan, 11. Since his kids admire Eilish, he thought they’d appreciate the keepsake. However, as soon as the photo was taken, Hemsworth realized something awkward—he felt more like a fanboy than an industry peer.

“We Will Never Be Best Friends”

The Thor star joked about the experience, admitting that taking the selfie instantly made it clear he and Eilish wouldn’t be forming a close friendship anytime soon.

“We will never be friends, never be best friends,” he laughed.

While the comment was clearly made in good humor, fans couldn’t help but wonder if Eilish was caught off guard by the encounter. The singer, who is known for her laid-back and introverted nature, has often spoken about how fame sometimes makes social interactions awkward.

Chris Hemsworth’s History of Selfies at Big Events

Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Hemsworth has had a selfie moment at a major event. At the 2023 Met Gala, he broke the no-selfie rule by snapping multiple pictures throughout the night.

Speaking to E! News after the event, Hemsworth admitted, “I took heaps of selfies. I was looking through my phone the next day, and I was like, When did I take these? Some of them probably need to be deleted.”

While Hemsworth clearly enjoys capturing fun moments, the Oscars experience with Eilish left him feeling a bit different—perhaps making him rethink his selfie-taking habits at Hollywood events.

Why the Oscars Still Feel “New and Exciting” for Hemsworth

Despite being a Hollywood A-lister, Hemsworth admitted that big awards shows still feel fresh to him.

He explained that because he and his family live in Australia, they don’t attend many of these events, making each one a special experience.

Comparing different award shows, he shared that the Met Gala felt unique compared to film industry gatherings. “The Met Gala is different,” he said. “You have a mix of athletes, musicians, and artists—it makes it a fun night.”

While Chris Hemsworth’s Oscars selfie with Billie Eilish may not have turned into a lasting friendship, it certainly gave fans a hilarious story. Whether it was an innocent dad moment or an awkward Hollywood encounter, Hemsworth’s takeaway was clear—next time, he might just skip the selfie.